Science Corner

• Fuel / 6 min Nutritional Best Practices for Endurance AthletesFuelling for endurance isn’t just about loading up on carbs the night before a race. To perform, recover, and stay healthy, you need a well-rounded nutritional...Read article→
• Fuel / 4 min Where Does All the Energy Go? Understanding Human Mechanical Efficiency and Heat in SportHuman beings are remarkably adaptable but surprisingly inefficient at converting food energy into athletic performance. During exercise, only about 20–25% of the energy produced by the...Read article→
• Fuel / 4 min Maximising Glycogen Storage: The Key to Athletic Success?Glycogen is the stored form of glucose in our muscles and liver. It’s essential for endurance, high-intensity efforts, and recovery. When glycogen runs low, performance declines....Read article→
• Fuel / 3 min The Adventure of a Carbon Molecule: Where Does Our Energy Come From?Follow a single carbon atom from air to ATP. Discover how food turns into fuel, and what that means for training, performance, and long-term energy storage.Read article→
• Fuel / 4 min 1:1 Glucose–Fructose Ratio: The Gold Standard for Endurance and Gut ComfortDiscover why a 1:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio is optimal for sports nutrition. Learn how this balance maximises carbohydrate absorption, reduces GI distress, and boosts endurance performance for...Read article→
• Fuel / 3 min Carbs is Energy! The role of carbohydrates in endurance sportsCarbs is energy. Learn how much to take, what types to combine, and how to fuel smarter to boost endurance, avoid GI issues, and reach peak...Read article→
• Fuel / 3 min Is sugar really the enemy? Learn how to harness the right kinds to boost performance.Not all sugar is bad. Learn how to harness the right kinds at the right times to boost performance, speed recovery, and keep your energy sharp...Read article→
• Fuel / 4 min A reminder on how the bodies digestive system worksYour gut powers your goals. Learn how digestion, hydration, and smart fueling choices can boost endurance, speed recovery, and extend both performance and life.Read article→

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